A petition launched by Equity to save Bethnal Green Working Men’s Club (BGWMC) has gathered over 10,000 signatures in less than 72 hours.
We launched an online petition on Tuesday urging the BGWMC committee to halt plans to close the iconic London venue which is home to drag and cabaret events.
We are asking the BGWMC committee to meet with the community of regular performers and punters to discuss options to preserve BGWMC. Equity would be willing to facilitate this, as the trade union for drag and cabaret performers who are at risk of losing vital work and income from these plans.
As things stand the programming team are on notice to shut down and vacate the venue next Monday (29 July).
This venue is such a safe haven for all queer and trans people in London. Our venues are disappearing at such a rate we can’t afford to lose this one too
Our campaign has received overwhelming community support. One BGWMC regular commented that “This venue is such a safe haven for all queer and trans people in London. Our venues are disappearing at such a rate we can’t afford to lose this one too”.
Another performer said “My first ever solo burlesque performance was here. Absolutely iconic venue that needs to be enjoyed and discovered for generations to come. Please sign and save BGWMC!”
We will be holding an emergency rally outside BGWMC at 12 Midday on Monday 29 July. Bring yourselves, friends, family, pets and your best homemade banners. Dress large and loud if you can!
If you want to support the campaign to Save Bethnal Green Working Men’s Club then:
• Sign and share the petition.
• Join us at the emergency rally to Save Bethnal Green Working Men’s Club. Monday 29 July, 12pm Midday.
